Two problems related to power steering pump have been reported for the 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Dodge ram. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 mph, the power steering seized. The contact stated that this was a recurring failure. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the power steering pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 76,000. Kc.
I have had (2)two close calls from a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 due to equipment failures. (1) the power steering pump failed during a snowstorm and skidded me off the road. (2) recently with just 44,000 miles on the ram the wheelbearings seized and the driverside tire blowout sending me again to the side of the road into a small culvert. Even though under warranty Dodge is delaying fixing it because I have been complaining about these equipment failures. I've noticed many complaints and even limited recalls regarding Dodge wheelbearings being defective. If you are involved with either of these equipment failures you'd know how catastrophic it could be.